gusty

as in windy
marked by strong wind or more wind than usual watch out for gusty conditions as the storm blows in

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Adjective
  • Both Lee and Clark said windy conditions may have been a factor in the crash but also may have helped the two men onboard.
    Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 27 Apr. 2025
  • That day, her kids were having recess inside because of windy weather when Bargas was suddenly called to the school administrator assistant’s office.
    David Chiu, People.com, 25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • One of the best ways to beat spring and summer heat is by stocking up on breezy, lightweight clothing pieces — and luckily for us, Amazon is currently brimming with linen-blend closet staples.
    Averi Baudler, People.com, 25 Apr. 2025
  • The V-neck style gives your bust a boost, while the breezy skirt delivers effortless elegance and won’t get bogged down by a dip in the pool.
    Elizabeth Mitchell Kadar, Glamour, 25 Apr. 2025
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“Gusty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gusty. Accessed 4 May. 2025.

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